Recreation Therapist (NY HELPS), Buffalo Psychiatric Center, P27466

Duties

As a Recreation Therapist, you will develop, implement, and deliver recreation therapy services including:

• Modifying activities based on the individuals’ physical activity and/or rehabilitative needs
• Observing and recording individuals’ progress, responses, and behaviors
• Maintaining records and documentation in accordance with program standards and requirements
• Designing and administering individual and group programs

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates from outside or within State service may be considered under the NY HELPS program with a Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field and relevant experience.
• Candidates may also be considered for a competitive class appointment or transfer to a competitive class position based on current service and eligibility criteria.
• Candidates must have current credentials as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or current licensure as a Recreation Therapist.

Additional Comments

• All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs

Background Checks

Background checks will be required.

Note

To be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program).

Email Address

bpc-careers@omh.ny.gov

Address

Buffalo Psychiatric Center
400 Forest Avenue

Notes on Applying

To be considered for this position, please copy the link below into a new browser window to complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application, and submit it along with your resume and other application materials via fax or email the Human Resources email address noted above. Please indicate the Title, Vacancy ID #, and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax.

https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf